Ancient Greece/Rome Project and Rubric

What you will be doing:

Greece/Rome Independent Research Project

1. Students choose a project from the menu or propose a self-selected topic

2. Complete initial research steps with Mr. Werner & Mrs. Kozaka

3. Choose a product from the Product Choices Chart

4. Finish research with product and audience in mind

5. Complete product and present

Your choices:

Warning: Student Choice is the hardest and most time consuming option

Grading Rubric:

Research Standard	Level 4 Descriptor	Score
Defining the task	I defined the research task: -I developed an essential question to answer. -I identified the needed information and made a research plan. -I was able to narrow or expand my topic based on preliminary searching. Performance Indicators:
Locate and Access Information	I was able to access and gather information efficiently and effectively: -I evaluated technology resources and for strengths and weaknesses -I located resources using basic and advanced search strategies (i.e. author, title, keyword, subject; Boolean operators or limiters, copyright year, material type). -I used a system for organizing information and recording citation information
Use the Information	I evaluated my resources: -I was able to distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information recognizing inconsistencies or false claims, prejudice, deception, or manipulation.   -I evaluated reliability, validity, accuracy, authority, timeliness, and point of view or bias.
Synthesize the Information (The Product)	I organized new information from multiple sources to create a product that communicates the findings my research. Performance Indicator: -I determined whether the information from multiple sources fits together. -I drew conclusions based upon information gathered. -I have combined prior knowledge (or information from class) with information learned through research to show my new understanding. -I have chosen the product that best fits my topic.

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